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This week, we’re talking about the opportunity to head over to West Virginia for their early season and what it means to get out of your comfort zone, hunt new country, and spend time with people who share the same passion for hounds and hunting. There’s something special about hunting a new area, learning from new people, and making memories along the way. We wrap up the show by turning our attention to youth season and one of the most important questions we can ask ourselves as hunters: What is our goal when we take a young person hunting? So, settle in and join us for another episode of Creekside Chronicles, where it’s about more than the hunt. It’s about the hounds, the people, and the heritage we pass along. Hounds, Hunting, Heritage.   IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt    Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected]   Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX    Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca   Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com   Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy   Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association    For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com     Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com   We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Training season may be over, but the work doesn’t stop. In this episode, we talk about what comes next—getting young hounds in the woods, building confidence, working on fundamentals, and preparing for the next season. The off-season is where the foundation is built.   IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt    Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected]   Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX    Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca   Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com   Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy   Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association    For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com     Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com   We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How does your hound know you're going hunting before you've even said a word? In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of hound intuition and the patterns dogs pick up from us every day. From the moment we turn the light on or not. My hounds recognize a familiar sequence of cues that tells them exactly what's coming next.  We talk about aggression at the tree. Can it be fixed and trusted when you’re an hour out.   IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt    Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected]   Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX    Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca   Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com   Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy   Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association    For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com     Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com   We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sometimes the lessons that stick with us the longest are the ones we learn without realizing it. As a kid, I spent weekends rebuilding a crosstie wall that was good enough in my eyes. At the time, it was just extra work that didn't need to be done—lifting, stacking, lining things up, and making sure each tie was where it needed to be. Looking back, though, that wall taught me something that applies just as much to hound training today.   IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt   Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected] Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com  Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy   Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association  For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com    Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com   We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A final hunt with that certain hound can carry a strange weight. You may not realize you're experiencing the last time you'll walk that trail, sit against that tree, hear them strike and tree. At the time, it can feel like just another morning in the woods, just another hunt. But every once in a while, there's a hunt that becomes something bigger than the hunt itself. A good hound may only be with us for a short period of time, but the impression they leave can last a lifetime.   IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected]   Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX    Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca  Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association  For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com   Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.comWe would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every houndsman remembers his first. Your first dog. The first time you heard a hound open on a track.The first time you followed that voice through the dark.The first time you walked up to a tree with the game in it.The first dog that really meant something to you. But some of the best firsts come later. The first time your son or daughter hears a hound open.The first time they grab the lead.The first time they walk into a tree and realize what this life is all about. Those are the moments that stick with us.   IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt    Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected]   Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX    Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca  Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com   Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy  Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association    For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com     Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com   We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sometimes a race doesn’t go according to plan—and sometimes it's an even bigger surprise at the end. In this episode, we take a look back on a race when the hounds made a switch in mid-race, something we never knew about until just before dark when we corralled a giant in the rocks.  It’s the kind of chase that reminds you why these moments stick with you: the chase, the instincts, the adrenaline, and the surprise waiting at the end. What started as one race quickly turned into a story worth telling—and a memory that takes you right back to being there. IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected] Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association  For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com  Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pheasant hunting gets a whole lot better when you learn how a father-son crew turned South Dakota bird camp into a 30-year tradition, and why the best hunting stories sometimes start with World Series tickets. Brandon Marcourt breaks down the kind of upland and waterfowl setup most hunters only dream about, from wild pheasants and pothole ducks to the dogs, land access, and family rituals that keep the whole thing running. Dan Johnson and Brandon trade stories about getting ready for youth season, the pull of cool August mornings, and what it means to finally have the gear, cameras, bow, and stands ready to go. But the real hook is Brandon's story about his dad and a buddy swapping Minnesota Twins World Series tickets for hunting permission in South Dakota, a deal that led to years of pheasant hunts, new land access, and a hunting tradition that has lasted decades. You'll discover: How Brandon's crew built a reliable pheasant and waterfowl routine across multiple South Dakota trips each year Why hard winters, iced-over grass, and a bad hatch can make or break pheasant numbers What it takes to train a Labrador to hunt both pheasants and ducks, and why a fully trained bird dog is worth the investment How experienced dogs like Finn learn to read birds, scent, and wind with less input over time Why Brandon believes the best hunting memories now come from watching his kids and dogs work birds together Brandon also shares what it costs to buy and train a real hunting dog, how he handles different commands in the field, and why pheasant hunting offers a completely different kind of challenge than deer hunting. If you've ever wondered what makes bird camp addictive, how family hunting traditions get built, or why upland hunting becomes more appealing as the years go by, this one will hit home. Perfect for deer hunters, bird hunters, dog lovers, and anyone who misses that first fall chill and feels the season calling. If you love hearing how hunting traditions get passed down and why the dog is often the heart of the hunt, hit play. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How do you know when it’s time to call it a day? After multiple dumps, long hours in the woods, and one blown track after another ending without success, every hound hunter eventually faces that decision. In this episode, we talk about the reality of tough hunts—the frustration, the exhaustion, and the temptation to keep pushing when the woods just aren’t giving it up. Sometimes the best decision isn’t another drop; it’s loading the dogs, heading home, and living to hunt another night. IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected] Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association  For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com  Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode is all about the reality of trying to balance work, the summer heat, and the hunting season you’ve been looking forward to all year. Sometimes the grind doesn’t just make hunting harder—it takes opportunities completely off the table. We talk about how work schedules and brutal heat can keep you out of the woods, the frustration that comes with missing opportunities, and why you have to make the most of the time you actually do get. Then we shift gears to a little dog training. We talk about one of the most important commands you can teach any dog: the recall (“come”) command. Join us every week on Creekside Chronicles and get your weekly dose of hunting with hounds.  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected] Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association  For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com  Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on the podcast, we start with a hunt that manages to hit both a frustrating low and an exciting high in less than 30 minutes. What begins with frustration turns into a breakthrough—and serves as a good reminder that sometimes the best thing you can do in the woods is slow down, pay attention, and be patient. We also dig into scenting conditions and some of the data I’ve collected over the past two years, looking at temperature, humidity, and how those conditions can influence what’s happening on a track. Rather than simply blaming or praising the dog, the goal is to understand the environment we’re asking them to work in. We end  by talking about something every hunter eventually has to learn: you’re not hunting the same dog you were last year. Next week opens Pandora's box into how your dog is changing and so are you. Thank you for tuning in to Creekside Chronicles  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected] Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association  For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com  Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The first day of training sets the tone for everything that follows—and this episode is all about testing your patience. How we used other podcast to see the early warning signs of heat stress and the things you can do when in the field to help. Don't waste a precious time when you have limited days. Have a great season.    IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected] Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association  For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com  Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Show notes: Get ready for the August hound hunting season with practical preseason tips. In this episode, we cover: Conditioning your hounds before opening day. Checking paws, pads, and overall health. Inspecting tracking collars, GPS units, and other gear. Staying ahead of hot-weather hydration and safety. Refreshing obedience and handling commands. Packing a reliable first-aid kit for dogs and handlers. Final checklist to ensure you're ready when the season opens. A little preparation now can help you and your dogs have a safer, more successful start to the season. Good luck, and have a great season.  IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected] Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association  For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com  Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, I hit the road for a weekend hunting trip with my longtime friend, Bob Melville. We've shared a lot of miles and a lot of hunts over the years, so the conversation naturally goes beyond just the chase. In this episode, we dive into the constant challenge of evaluating our hound packs—knowing when to be patient, when to make tough decisions, and why building a solid pack is never as simple as it looks from the outside. We also have an honest discussion about the realities of raising hounds. From the time and effort required to the disappointments and rewards that come with developing young dogs, we talk about what it really takes to build a pack you're proud to hunt behind. IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected] Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Double U Hunting Supply Muddy River Transport  Darkenergy OnX  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation Virginia Bear Hunters Association  For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com  Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we wrap up our unforgettable Alaska adventure by sharing the highlights from the final days of the trip, including an incredible salmon fishing experience and the memories we'll be talking about for years to come. Then we shift gears and look ahead to hound training season, discussing the small but important preseason tasks that help set your hounds—and yourself—up for a successful season. From checking equipment to getting dogs back into condition, it's all about doing the little things now that make a big difference later. IG - heathhyatt147 FB Heath Hyatt Youtube - Heath Hyatt  Send your stories or questions to:  [email protected] Follow our Sponsors: Inukshuk  Darkenergy OnX  Double U Hunting Supply Quick-track.com Muddy River Transport  Inukshuk: Inukshukpro.com Corey.ca Darkenergy:  best-charging banks on market. Discount code is CODE4 darkenergy.com Frontline Optics- Duty sunglasses Polarized No questions asked replacement Charitable Donation with every pair Free shipping Frontline-Optics.com use promo code - CODE4 https://frontline-optics.com?sca_ref=5672409.03I05MEwyy Subscribe to:  Full Cry Magazine Bear Hunting Magazine American Bear Foundation For the best lights in the business Check out: Cajunlights.com  Double U Hunting Supply: Get all your hound hunting gear at Double U. Products every hound hunter trusts to keep up with their pack. Double U Hunting Supply.com We would like to thank those who support this podcast.  Special thanks to Double U Hunting Supply for sponsoring this episode.   www.dusupply.com https://www.youtube.com/@DoubleUHuntingSupply/podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.